What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours is to bus via Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours is to bus and train which takes 2h 6m and costs €35 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Gare de Lyon and Tours?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy and arriving at Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

The distance between Gare de Lyon and Tours is 225 km. The road distance is 235.5 km.

How do I travel from Gare de Lyon to Tours without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 6m and costs €35 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Tours bus from?

Gare de Lyon to Tours bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy station.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Tours bus arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Tours bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

Yes, the driving distance between Gare de Lyon to Tours is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Gare de Lyon to Tours.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gare de Lyon to Tours?

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Where can I stay near Tours?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Tours.

Gare de Lyon to Tours - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gare de Lyon to Tours by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gare de Lyon - Diderot to Gare Montparnassebus 91
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
2h 6m
€38–68
Bus via Tours - Vaucanson Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Tours - Vaucanson Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 49m
€16–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy to Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Stationbus
3h 28m
€21–35
Drive 235.5 km
1. Drive from Gare de Lyon to Tourscar 235.5 km
2h 14m
€38–55
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Paris-Austerlitz Routiere to Toursbus Autocar
4h 46m
€40–60

Gare de Lyon to Tours by foot, bus, and train

223Weekly Services

2h 6mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Gare de Lyon, France and Tours, France?

ALSA operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy to Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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